Which among the following have scales?
(i) Amphibians
(ii) Pisces
(iii) Reptiles
(iv) Mammals
(a) (i) and (iii)
(b) (iii) and (iv)
(c) (ii) and (iii)
(d) (i) and (ii)
The body of amphibians do not contain scales on their body and their skin is permeable to allow the diffusion of gases.
The body of reptiles is covered with scales and has tough skin that provides them with an adaptation to the extreme climate.
Fish have dermal scales while reptiles have horny epidermal scales.
The correct answer is c) (ii) and (iii).